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I was completely underwhelmed by this hotel.Design-wise it reminded me of a municipal crematorium.The room was small with a crappy TV that had no satellite channels, the toiletries werecheap and the only way to gain privacy from the buildings opposite was to close the curtains. In the middle of the day,If this place is meant to be cool then I'm Ndabanigi Sithole.

Stayed: January 2014, travelled as a couple

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Ask Wahaay about The Clarence

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 5 February 2014

Dear Wahaay,

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of the Clarence Dublin.I am very disappointed to learn of your experience with us.

At the Clarence we are very proud of our hotel and the service we provide to our guests and I would like to reassure you that what you experienced is certainly not consistent with our service standards or what our guests in general experience when they stay with us.

Please accept my sincerest apologies and if I can be of further assistance please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you once again for your custom and review.

Kind regards,

Mario Beeli de Belfort

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A definite must stay when visiting Dublin. Top class hotel, fantastic bedrooms, lovely friendly personable staff and set to be my regular hotel of choice when staying in Dublin. Can't find fault with it al all, although a few more teas and coffees in room wouldn't go a miss and although we asked for them (several times) they never materialised. Also, sink in en suite was blocked, but it wouldn't put us off returning.

Stayed: January 2014, travelled as a couple

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 5 February 2014

Dear neilwsavage,

Thank you for having chosen to stay at The Clarence Hotel Dublin and thank you for having taken the time to review your experience of our establishment on Tripadvisor.

Your opinion is important to us and your feedback is most appreciated indeed.Comments from our guests allow us to carefully monitor and ensure the very best of standards.

I do hope that it will not be too long before I have the pleasure of welcoming you back to The Clarence Hotel and thank you once again for your comments and custom.

Thank you for recommending The Clarence Hotel on Tripadvisor.

Kind regards,Mario Beeli de Belfort

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Staff excellent - so helpful and sharpRooms OK but in need of an uplift- Big and spacious rooms but shabbyLocation excellentJanuary prices acceptable but would not pay more than 100 euros for the room.

Stayed: January 2014, travelled as a couple

Ask Jeff M about The Clarence

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 8 February 2014

Dear Jeff M,

Thank you for your review following your visit to The Clarence.

I am delighted that our location worked for you and that overall you enjoyed your stay with us.

We are not in any way complacent about your comments and where we can do better we surely will so please rest assured that I shall be following your comments up directly with my team.

I hope that we can welcome you back to stay with us again so I can put your concerns to rest, and thank you once again for your feedback.

Yours sincerely,

Mario Beeli de Belfort

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Well what can I say, what a weekend we had at this hotel. From the moment we got there the staff couldn't do enough for us and this continued throughout the stay. The rooms are very nice and clean with a real cosy feel to them. I had seen some very bad comments about this hotel with noise being the main issue, well you are right in the temple bar area so you get some noise but nothing I would call a put off..

This hotel is a must if you want a good stay in dublin, good in the restaurant is excellent, bar staff are brill, and the night guy Jacob is prob one of the most helpful people you will ever meet. I can't wait to go there again with my missis.

10 out of 10 well done to all the staff there.

Stayed: January 2014, travelled as a couple

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 8 February 2014

Dear maddog4490,

Thank you very much for taking the time and trouble to complete the online review of the hotel after your recent stay.

It goes without saying that we were genuinely delighted to read all the nice things you said about the Clarence Hotel.

Perhaps we will have the privilege of welcoming you back in the not too distant future and with that in mind, if we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.

In the meantime and once again, thank you very much.

Kind regards,

Mario Beeli de Belfort

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I should have taken more seriously the negative reviews when researching Dublin hotels. They were right on the money. The location was the only aspect of the Clarence that we enjoyed; other than that we couldn't wait to get out of there. The furnishings were minimal and worn, the bathroom dirty and sadly outdated. The carpet in the hallways was stained. In general, it felt like a place poorly assembled and long overdue for an overhaul.

Stayed: October 2013, travelled as a couple

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Ask MacMac908 about The Clarence

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 8 February 2014

Dear MacMac908,

Thank you for taking the time to write your review on Tripadvisor.

I am sorry to hear that we did not live up to your expectations. We strive to not only meet but exceed our guests’ expectations and it is incredibly disappointing that we failed to do so on this occasion.

Only through comments such as yours can we constantly strive to improve our operation and thank you for taking the time to pass these on to us.

I would welcome the opportunity to have you as our guest again and if I can ever be of any assistance in the future please do let me know.

Thank you once again for your custom and your comments.

Yours sincerely,

Mario Beeli de Belfort

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Stayed in The Clarence for the 3rd time on January 7th 2014 and had a lovely time. The staff were very nice and upgraded us to a balcony room which was alot bigger than their standard rooms. The room and bathroom were very clean and lovely and warm. The bed was cosy and comfortable. Could have done with extra pillows though. The mini bar was well stocked and reasonably priced for Dublin. Their restaurant Cleaver East is fantastic, its a tapas restaurant with a twist. Well worth a visit.

Stayed: January 2014, travelled as a couple

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 8 February 2014

Dear Joanne O,

Thank you for having chosen to stay back at The Clarence Hotel and thank you for favourably reviewing your experience on Tripadvisor.

It is truly encouraging to note that you had a wonderful stay recently at our establishment despite a couple of issues which you refer to in your review and about which I am most concerned.

I do hope that on the occasion of your next visit we will achieve a full 5 point score from you on this review site.

Thank you once again for your review of The Clarence Hotel on Tripadvisor and thank you for your repeat custom.

Kind regards,

Mario Beeli de Belfort

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I was not impressed by the Clarence. The room was lower standard, with no extras of any kind, and quite small. The bathroom, whilst clean, looked very shabby with lots of chipped off tiles and hot water supply was not great. Staff at reception were friendly but could not give advice on the hotel restaurant, which we did not use in the end. If you book parking, be advised it is valet parking, and if you forget to take everything out of the car it is a bit of a hassle to get to it. Overall I didnt think it was worth four stars or the rather big price.The location, however, is excellent.

Stayed: December 2013, travelled as a couple

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RShanley2013, Manager at The Clarence, responded to this reviewResponded 8 February 2014

Dear Guest,

Thank you for your review following your visit to The Clarence.

I am delighted that our location worked for you well, nevertheless I am most disappointed to note that you experienced a far from perfect stay during your recent visit and I very much regret not having had the opportunity of resolving your dissatisfaction prior to your departure.

Once again please accept my sincerest apologies for any inconvenience you experienced and we certainly hope that you will consider returning to the Clarence to restore your faith. Thank you once again for your custom and review.

Kind regards,

Mario Beeli de Belfort

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The Clarence boasts fifty bedrooms and suites, along with our world famous Penthouse Suite. Our rooms range from Classic through Deluxe and on to our River View and Garden Terrace Suites. Our furnishings are simple: classic Shaker oak, beds dressed in cool white linen, sitting elegantly in contrast to a palate of vibrant cardinal colours, rich drapes and luxe carpets. We aim to provide all the simple needs of our guests and we offer 'round the clock room service and all rooms have complimentary WiFi as standard. Our city centre location means car space is at a premium, but we do have a small underground car park that can be reserved for a small nightly supplement. It is also worth noting that our location does mean that the area can be lively at night, especially at the weekends and while we have taken every effort to reduce noise, it is not possible to block it all out. Please do consider this before booking. Within the hotel complex there are many drinking and dining experiences, from the chilled out bliss of The Study to the super stylish Octagon Bar, the perfect spot for an afternoon cocktail or a laid back nightcap. We also have Michelin star chef Oliver Dunne's Cleaver East restaurant within our walls and we are very proud that Oliver and his team provide all catering at the hotel, so whether it's a late night bite in your room or a Full Irish breakfast the next morning, you know your food will be of the highest standard, made from the freshest produce, closely cared for by Michelin starred hands. In the bowels of our building you will find the luxurious cocktail and food bar The Liquor Rooms, home to Dublin's arts set and the first ROI bar ever to be nominated in the prestigious Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. On our first floor, overlooking the River Liffey lies The Cleaver East Suite at The Clarence, which can be reserved for special occasions, from large weddings to intimate business meetings....more less

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